Handling G-Forces

A few people asked me how to handle the G-forces they get while racing at Maine's fastest indoor go-kart track.

Unfortunately there is no known solution if you're susceptible to
motion sickness. (It's an inner ear thing) There are a few recommended
ways to ease the feeling. Don't have a lot of food or caffeinated
beverages before you race. Drink water, juice or Gatorade to ensure
you're hydrated. Don't look directly at the next turn while your
driving and don't focus on the kart in front of you. Look out far
enough that your focusing on the second or third turn ahead. If you
find you are getting mezmerized by the track slow down a little and
look at the opposite end of the building. Once you have your bearings
get back into the gas.

Racing Lines & Passing As with any racetrack there are only one or two truly fast "racing lines" around our track . A "racing line", which also may just be referred to as the "best line", is an imaginary line that, if followed exactly, would result in the fastest way to get around the track. Most of the staff at Maine Indoor Karting can...

Fall is here and we just had a great week at the fair. Thanks to all of you who stopped by and said hello or entered for a free race. Check out our fall specials and don't forget we are now closed on Mondays and Tuesdays . Check out the next oval night. It's open to any adult driver now! Handling G-Forces A few people asked me how to...

Well another three months has gone by and its time for another newsletter. I can't believe it's already summer. For those of you who get to hot or sunburned on the beach don't forget were open 7 days a week. Very few of you have let us know which specials you like the most. Please let our staff know what suggestions you'd like us to try. Our...

Thanks to all of you who took the time to open and comment to us about the E-traction newsletter. Please feel free to share it with your friends and co-workers. We have updated the next three months of specials, so check out the MIK Specials page and pick your favorite. Speaking of specials, let us know which specials you like the most and...